The Evil Wizard Smallbone

Neil runs away from the uncle who beats him and the cousin who bullies him and finds himself at the door of the Evil Wizard Smallbone. Getting away proves impossible, but perhaps that’s not a bad thing. Curses and coyotes. Motorcycles and Maine. Household chores and Hellcat. Tourist towns and longstanding traditions.

After a rough patch of so-so books, this came as a welcome surprise. Utterly enjoyable. (But then, I always did love a curmudgeon.) This story sets up an interesting (and often amusing) contrast between what a person says vs. what they do. I read this in ebook format, but I bought the print edition for my shelf. Loved it!

C. J. Milbrandt has always believed in miracles, especially small ones. A lifelong bookworm with a love for fairy tales, far-off lands, and fantasy worlds, CJ began spinning adventures of her own on the advice of a dear friend. Her family-friendly stories mingle humor and whimsy with a dash of danger and a touch of magic.

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GALLERIES OF STONE

Book 1: Meadowsweet
Book 2: Harrow
Book 3: Rakefang
Prequel: Deuce

BYWAYS

Book #1: On Your Marks
Book #2: Aboard the Train
Book #3: Over the Bridge
Book #4: Up the Mountain
Book #5: Inside the Tree
Book #6: Into the Hills
Book #7: Across the Line
Book #8: Down the Stairs
Book #9: Through the Notches
Book #10: Back on Track
Book #11: Beneath the Torch
Book #12: In the Middle
Book #13: Among the Tents
UPCOMING WAYPOINTS
Book #14: Against the Wind
Book #15: Between the Forts
Book #16: Under the River